Good Nutrition for Back to School

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Good nutrition is important for learning, so keep these tips in mind as you send your child back to school.

Back to school time means a getting back on track in many ways. The lazy days of summer can sometimes lead to lax eating habits and sleep schedules. Now is the time for parents and children to discuss healthy eating habits and nutrition. Good nutrition is important for learning; research has shown that children who regularly ate breakfast had better standardized test scores, better behavior, and were less hyperactive than children who skipped breakfast. When children eat high sugar breakfasts, ... Continue Reading

Super Foods Every Mom Should Know

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Super food benefits don’t just mean a diet of exotic nuts and berries. Nutrition expert Beth Aldrich shows you how to work 10 everyday super foods into your diet.

Super food benefits don't just mean a diet of exotic nuts and berries. Nutrition expert Beth Aldrich shows you how to work 10 everyday super foods into your diet. Every mother knows the power of a healthy home-cooked meal; mothers have been feeding their families since time began. They’d gather a variety of proteins, starches, fruits, legumes and vegetables and wave their magic wand (or wooden spoon) and voila -- the perfect meal. They were like super heroes to their families, saving the ... Continue Reading

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